revascularization

American  

[ree-vas-kyuh-ler-uh-zey-shuhn] / riˌvæs kyə lər əˈzeɪ ʃən /

noun

1. the restoration of the blood circulation of an organ or area, achieved by unblocking obstructed or disrupted blood vessels or by surgically implanting replacements.

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Etymology

Origin of revascularization

First recorded in 1950–55; revascularize + -ation

Example Sentences

A new study showed that a non-invasive imaging test can help identify patients with coronary artery blockage or narrowing who need a revascularization procedure.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2024

"In patients with moderate narrowing or blockage of the arteries, there can be ambiguity about who would benefit from invasive testing and revascularization procedures," Dr. Randhawa said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2024

She said her podiatrist had told her that she would lose some of her toe, but was likely to keep her leg if she had a standard procedure known as revascularization.

From New York Times • Sep. 24, 2022

However, patients in the off-pump group required more repeat revascularization procedures, though they had lower rates of bleeding, acute kidney injury, and respiratory complications.

From Forbes • Mar. 11, 2013

All agree that revascularization, like all heart surgery, is risky.

From Time Magazine Archive